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Comments (2)I had a couple of pink flamingos in my yard for awhile. I named them 'Tongue' and 'Cheek'. They finally died. I think of,embarrassment....See MoreI know, another variety question. *ducks*
Comments (6)That *would* help, wouldn't it? *lol* Okay, I actually emailed them, and got a full listing. There's not *tons* - but it's a better selection than a number of other local places. :) Here's what they have specifically under the 'Heirloom' heading: Abe Lincoln Arkansas Traveler Boxcar Willie Brandywine Pink Brandywine Red Burpee Delicious Caspian Pink Cherokee Purple German Johnson Ike's West Virginia Mammoth German Gold Mortgage Lifter Mr. Stripey Oxheart Pineapple Paul Robeson Radiator Charlie Rutgers Tangerine And, much to my dismay, there's a few others I recognize in the rest of the listing, I saw Kellogg's Breakfast, and a couple of others marked. I'm going to post the whole list in a google .doc - I don't want to wind up posting 2 or 3 screens worth of hybrids. ;) Here is a link that might be useful: Tomato list document...See MoreDuck, duck (two pics)...
Comments (12)jemdandy, here in Minnesota I heard it told a bit different. The question is: Why do the ducks fly upside down over Iowa?....... There's nothing worth cr@ping on. Ron...See MoreHelp with cotton duck slipcovers
Comments (60)The adjustment for bobbin tension is located on the bobbin case. If you look at the bobbin case you will see a small, tongue-like piece of metal that is held in place by one or two teeny-weeny screws. When you put the bobbin in the bobbin case you pull the thread under that tongue before inserting the case in the race mechanism. Your machine should have the very fine screwdriver required to adjust the screw. Look to see if you have it and haul out the manual for a quick "looky-see" for advice. Bobbin tension is a routine part of working with your machine and anyone who tells you NEVER TOUCH THE BOBBIN TENSION knows very little about sewing. True, you should go racing for it, but when working with very thick materials it can be a real help to know how. It's one more arrow in your quiver of alternatives, that's all. A tip: lay down a pale pillow case and work over that. It's really easy to loosen the screw too much and have it fall out, on a large flat area with a pale background you're less likely to LOSE the screw, you guys. I learned that one the hard way, lol. When adjusting the bobbin remember that a little goes a long way! I start with a quarter turn and then do a stitch test. You have to be patient and methodical. Another good test is to put the bobbin in the case, hold onto the thread and see if the case falls away in a steady, controlled way. It shouldn't hang there (too tight) nor should it fall rapidly down (too loose). Get out those manuals and fiddle around, ladies. You really have nothing to lose by trying. There is always a mechanic to bail you out and don't be afraid to ask questions and have him/her SHOW YOU. This is what you're paying for, afterall. 1.) is the machine clean and oiled? 2.) is the proper size needle inserted properly and without burrs? 3.) is the machine threaded properly? 4.) have you checked the tension adjustments with a stitch test?...See Morepetalique
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